Shout Outs

Some nerd, somewhere, just got mind blown!
This picture reminds me so much of my
Algebra II teacher this year.

     Surprise post! I would really like to recognize many people who have somehow impacted my life. There are so many great people in Eaton. It just sucks that it took me this long to really appreciate all of you guys. I say all the time that I still wish I lived in Loveland, because I had a beautiful life there before I moved when I was little. But even if I was to move back there now, things would never be the same. I like my home, my friends, my family, and all of my peers. Thank you guys for really opening my eyes!

     I just read through your blog and thought I was reading about myself. That is so strange how we are going through almost the exact same thing ... the BMI post explains how I feel exactly and I want you to know that I am here for you if you ever need something. (Facebook). Her and I have had our good and bad moments, but in the end, she is a really good person. I remember when we sat in the commons for seriously a few hours just talking about everything! We have so many things in common, physically and mentally. We both are boy crazy, we both love our volleyball, we both like to look good but not try too hard, and we both would rather have a few friends we can tell the world to opposed to a bunch of friends that you can't trust or go to for advice. This girl is truly amazing, and it's a shame that more guys don't see how gorgeous she is. It bugs the crap out of me that guys think that "big" girls are no fun to be around. They don't even know the half of it! Guys assume so much about us girls who are overweight or obese, and it just really kills us. I can almost guarantee that most of the "bigger" girls at our school have the biggest hearts. I am not going to include any names, but there are a couple of seniors this year that are "bigger" and I really look up to them. These girls really rock what they got, whether it's during their drama performance or through the clubs at school. These "bigger" girls are just as great, if not greater, than any other girl at the school. So if you are reading this guys: just give every girl a chance! You have no idea who she is. The more you assume, the more you are absolutely incorrect. Open your eyes, your mind, and most of all, your heart.

     You don't know me, but I'm a junior at the school. And I saw your blog and I give you major props, it takes a lot to express your feelings and everything. Much respect to you girl! Keep up the good work:) I love reading your work. And don't forget that every single day, through the tough times and the good ones, your beautiful. I've never talked to you before but if you ever need anything don't be afraid to ask okay? Keep up the good work. … Just remember it’s not about making other people happy it’s about making yourself happy. I'm not sure if your religious but at the end of the day only God can judge you, so don't sweat other people! They only want to tear you down to bring themselves up! And I know what it feels like to feel alone and get bullied! And to def be a freshman! It gets easier I promise! But yeah I def am here for you for anything!:) And I will for sure keep reading your blog! ... And trust me your blog is being read! I'm usually not a person that reads links on Facebook but I read yours so I give you props! (Facebook). Now this girl, I've always been sceptical about. Every school has their "popular" groups, and I have always thought she was really into the cliques and stuff. I've always thought she was absolutely gorgeous, even through middle school. She is the type of person who you see always smiling and laughing and hugging her great boyfriend when you walk down the hall. She is also the type of person who smiles at everybody, yet doesn't really care what others think of her. She is so care-free and confident: it's awesome! When she sent me this message on Facebook, my first instinct was to be like WTH? But once I fully read and understood everything she said to me, it made me really think twice of her when I walked down the hallways. She is a great person and I strongly look up to her. It's crazy how simple kind words like this can really impact a person! I feel so good about myself because of this girl. Thank you, you know who you are! Happy birthday by the way! I hope you are reading this right now hun.

     Hey I admire your blog page. Congratulations:) you might be younger than me but I look up to you. Thanks. Keep up the good work.  (Facebook). I still, to this day, do not seriously believe that this guy actually sent me a message saying this! He is like the "cool" guy at our school, and he is quite a character. I had Algebra II with him last semester, so I guess he does actually know who I am surprisingly. I totally thought guys like this, or even guys in general, completely hated me or just didn't notice me at all. This guy messaging me this meant a lot. Maybe to him it was just another compliment given out to some weird desperate freshmen, but it meant a lot. I take compliments, and insults, very personally all the time. I appreciate nice things like these that people say to me. If I can't love myself, at least there is someone else out there who can.

     Hey :) So even though I don't really know you, I want to tell you how much I love what you're doing. Not only are you helping yourself by doing this, but you're impacting others as well. Ignore any haters girly--you're beautiful and what you're doing only confirms that. And even though I only ever see glimpses of you in school, if you ever need anything or anyone to talk to, I'm here for you. … Have you heard of redefining beautiful at the high school? Or I guess its called For Girls Only haha. I think it’s something you might be interested in and could really contribute to. It has a Facebook (but then, what doesn’t have a Facebook these days? haha) :) and upperclassmen can be poopy but you'd be surprised by how many would support you. By the way, I could totally kick you for saying that you don’t have that much to offer. You have SO MUCH to offer, trust me!... it’s all about authentic beauty over the facades girls sometimes will put up. You should definitely check it out :) and girl, I think you're beautiful. I can say that our school is pretty fortunate in the way that girls don’t really cake on the makeup, but there are some girls who do, and you are one of the most natural beauties in my opinion. And hey, just find a good circle of girls and keep them close. Best thing a girl can do for herself.  (Facebook). I'm actually in disbelieve that this girl even knows I exist! She is a super popular and beautiful senior who knows everybody and everybody knows her. She has to be the most gorgeous girl in our school. I wish I had red hair like hers, I really do! She is one of the greatest singers you will ever meet at this school, and she is extremely talented. I know that she doesn't know me very well, but I do look up to her so much. It's the little things that people do that make them a good role model, such as sending an amazing message like this. I could go on and on about the seniors this year... what a great class they are! Seniors, if you are reading this, I just want you to know that you have impacted so many freshmen this year, you have no idea. You are a great group of kids and I admire so many of you. Good luck next year! Congratulations!

      (Here are a few more messages I received from more people on Facebook. There are so many great people out there that have inspired me and made me feel so good about myself the past couple of weeks. I wish I could tell every single one of them how much I appreciate it all. I wish I could share every compliment I receive on this blog too!)
     Hi Jehna. I really don't know you that well and I don't know if you even know who I am but I read a little of your post. I wanted to tell you that I admire your drive and perseverance to overcome everything. I don't know your whole story, but from what little I read, it seems as though you've had it pretty tough. BUT you are such a strong and beautiful girl. I wanted to let you know that you are not alone. I've been called names and made fun of since I was in 5th grade. And honestly it’s definitely taken its toll on me, my confidence, and relationships with people in general. But once I thought "hey if they judge me without even knowing me, than that's their loss and their problem", I had a different outlook on life. I don't know if your religious or not, but one thing I think when times get tough because of friends, or my divorced parents or because of my messed up knee is "if God brings you to it, He will bring you through it". I just read your post and it made me cry because I could sort of relate. You are such a strong, beautiful girl who has a bright future. I love how you speak your mind and are striving and overcoming everything. This was sort of random but I just wanted to let you know. This message is random and strange, but hey, that's who I am :) thank you for allowing me to read your post. If you ever need someone to talk to, remember that there are always people to listen, even if its me who you may not even know.:) But I am inspired by your strength and keep up the good work :) (Facebook).

     Your blog is amazing Jehna! Keep going with it and never forget that there are so many people here to pray for you and just help you through everything. You are a gorgeous girl with a golden heart. Never stop being you. :) (Facebook).

     I would also like to thank all my other friends and family who have supported my blog. I started this blog to help myself, and it ended up really impacting hundreds of people! I can never thank you all enough. I admire you and thank you for reading this. I hope you continue to read, share, and love this blog. I admire your feedback also (check sidebar). I hope you had a wonderful day, and thank you again.

The tree outside my house! I just really liked this picture, and I thought it would be cool to share with

everyone how beautiful Eaton really can be. Who knew a little farm town like this could be practically paradise?